4 Areas Of Your Health You Can Concentrate On For a Better Look

     With winter approaching it is not too late to look with best in the last few months of 2018. The most important thing that you can do is identify parts of your health that you can improve. Most parts of your health have a direct impact on the way you look unless it is something like cardiac health or mental health. Improving these areas of health will take a proactive approach as many people have neglected certain parts of their health for months or years. The following are areas of your health that when improved will also help you look your best.

4 Areas Of Your Health You Can Concentrate On For a Better Look

Fitness Playground MNL 2018

     One of Asia’s biggest fitness events is bringing together the active and the high-spirited of all ages and from all walks of life. Fitness Playground MNL 2018 is happening on September 29 and 30, 2018 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia.

     Set to inspire all fitness enthusiasts and newbies alike, the event is the venue for each and every activity that an individual might want to embark on his or her journey to becoming fit: zumba, jiu-jitsu, yoga, cycling, CrossFit, circuit training, pilates, and many more. 

Fitness Playground MNL 2018

Robinsons Supermarket Freshtival 2018

     This July, shoppers are in for everyday healthy treats as Robinsons Supermarket celebrates the month-long Freshtival, offering exciting discounts, freebies, special offers, and rewards on fresh items in all outlets nationwide.

Robinsons Supermarket’s Freshtival 2018
A cooking demonstration showed the audience how to make kid-friendly dishes with a healthy twist.

Capital Care Pharmacy Opens at Landers Superstore

     My favorite membership shopping destination, Landers Superstore just got bigger and better as they launched the first ever center for health and wellness- Capital Care Pharmacy last week in three branches: ArcoVia City, Alabang West, and Cebu. 

     This is great news for all the members who want to do their weekly shopping and other errands like buying of medicine and healthcare products in just one place. Powered by Med Express Drugstore, this cozy pharmacy offers a wide selection of branded and generic medicines, vitamins, and other medical supplies for every patient’s needs. Highlights of the launch after the jump.

Capital Care Pharmacy Opens at Landers Superstore

Feature: Erceflora Probi Bears 2-in-1 Probiotic Supplement

     A tummy ache is one of the problems that my son had experienced while growing up. He has a sensitive stomach and it's a pain to see him vomit after eating or drinking that gives the tummy big trouble. Kids tend to have a higher risk of getting digestive health-related diseases such as diarrhea and constipation from harmful bacteria.

   I've experienced a lot of tummy aches in the past too that's why I know the feeling- uncomfortable and mood changing. It's like I just want to sleep all day if possible and no food and drink at all. Sigh.  As a parent, this scenario causes emotional stress and I really don't want to see my son experiencing any kind of discomfort. Like experts say, prevention is better than cure so an everyday supplement to lessen or manage stomach pain is recommended. Read more below about probiotics and Erceflora ProbiBears 2-in-1 Probiotic Supplement below.

Feature: Erceflora ProbiBears 2-in-1 Probiotic Supplement

From A Mom to Mom- Safeguard's 'Pabaon Sa Buhay'

     I'm sure that all of you saw the heartwarming and inspiring video of Norman King- the first Aeta who graduated from the University of the Philippines. It's an achievement that all parents can be very proud of. I also graduated from UP and yes, my parents are so proud of me until now. 

     The Safeguard "Pabaon Sa Buhay" short film is a real-life story of how a mother’s ‘pabaon’ of life lessons & values protected her son’s indigenous identity in the outside world. The lessons of Warlita King enabled her son Norman to be the first ever Aeta to graduate from the Philippines’ premier state university. I'm sure that all moms have 'pabaon sa buhay' to their children and as a mom, I want to pass on the provisions in life that my mama taught me to my son.

From A Mom to Mom- Safeguard's "Pabaon Sa Buhay"

Watsons World of Wellness

     As part of its efforts to help improve the lives of Filipinos through health and wellness, Watsons recently staged a health symposium event titled “Watsons World of Wellness” graced by the country's top medical practitioners as resource speakers at The Meralco Theater. 

     The symposium is part of Watsons’ continuous support in providing its members under the Watsons Advantage Program (WAP) with affordable medication, vitamins and supplements for their health needs, as well as imparting knowledge on the importance of health management.

Watsons World of Wellness

GSK Pioneers World BPH Day- Advocates Men's Prostate Health Awareness

     GlaxoSmithKline Philippines (GSK), a global leading healthcare company, is pioneering World BPH Day on June 25 through the “FUN to be WISE on BPH” advocacy in order raise awareness about the disease and help improve the quality of life of Filipino men.

     According to the Harvard Medical School, most men eventually develop some type of prostate problem, including BPH3. Patients affected by BPH often have to deal with sleep disruption and sexual dysfunction. Their daily activities and outdoor trips are also limited and can be a source of embarrassment. If untreated, BPH can also lead to Acute Urinary Retention (AUR) and may require surgery2.

GSK Pioneers World BPH Day- Advocates Men's Prostate Health Awareness
Commitment and exercise

4 Ways to Make Hand Washing Simple and Fun

     How many times you've seen the words hand wash, hand washing, germs, bacteria on my blog and social media posts? A LOT!!! I will never get tired of telling you that hand washing is very important, a practice that all are required to do and observe properly. It is also called hand hygiene that's why it must be a habit that you do, not once or twice, but as many times as possible!

     Germs are everywhere, inevitable, and already a part of our lives but we can prevent them from harming our family and inflict serious illnesses especially with young children who love to touch things here and there. Hand washing is simple and easy BUT do you know the proper way of doing it? Sharing tips on how to make handwashing fun for kids so that it will become a habit :)

4 Ways to Make Hand Washing Simple and Fun
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10 Ways to Jumpstart a Healthier, Happier Digestive System

     The world’s leading1 digestive health products— Essentiale Forte P and Dulcolax— join hands in a campaign to make our digestive systems happier and healthier. Together, the two brands take action on World Digestive Health Day on May 29th, reminding people about the importance of keeping their digestive system happy and healthy.

     Having a healthy digestion is important for both adults and children. For adults, it is important to live a healthy lifestyle and follow this advice in order for you to have a healthy and happy tummy. So how do you keep your gut healthy and happy? Let us count the ways after the jump!

10 Ways to Jumpstart a Healthier, Happier Digestive System

Robinsons Supermarket Fit Kids 2018

     It's time for back to school. Yes, summer vacation is over and as a preparation for the school year 2018, my favorite wellness advocate- Robinsons Supermarket is kicking it off with an advocacy not only to be fit and healthy but to share the gifts for a better education.

     Weeks ago, we attended the launch of Robinsons Supermarket Fit Kids 2018 that was held at Robinsons Place Novaliches. The trade hall was transformed into a mini gym with booths that served as the venue for different activities. Highlights of the event below :)

Robinsons Supermarket Fit Kids 2018

FERN-C kidz: Top 3 Things Not to Skimp on Parenting

     As the years pass by, the word 'parenting' sinks in. Now I know the meaning of what my mama told me when I was a child. She would always tell me "pag naging nanay ka na, maiintindihan mo din bakit ganito, bakit ganyan" (when you become a mother too, you'll understand why this, why that). Now that I'm a mother, I've come to realize why these three things are very important for my son's overall wellness.

     As a mother, I will always do my best to protect my son from everything that may harm or put him at risk. However, no matter how prepared I am, there are just some things I cannot see when it comes to my son. That's why as early as now, there are three things that I do not want to scrimp on when it comes to parenting. Read more about what are the things that I will not skimp on for my son.

FERN-C kidz: Top 3 Things Not To Skimp On Parenting
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My Japan Lifestyle Haul

     Hi dearies! Hope everyone's having a great week so far. I miss writing this kind of blog post. When I was starting, I write a haul post weekly because I want to share what I bought from my weekend shopping. I'm always on the look for new and exciting things thus I'll buy them and feature here on the blog. Shopping for beauty products is my kind of retail therapy that I seldom do these days. What we shop weekly now are necessities because of adulting!

     Anyhoo, I'm a fan of Japanese culture. I love everything- Japan!!! From food, toys, fashion, and my fave- beauty, I always make sure to try the latest in these categories. When I was in Japan last March, I had a chance to shop for items that I rarely found here in the Philippines. Read more below to see my Japan haul, enjoy!

My Japan Lifestyle Haul
I was able to fit in my stuff and haul inside this medium luggage :)

Feature: Real California Milk + Milky Sopas Recipe

     When was the last time you enjoyed drinking a glass of milk? Last night, early this morning, or you can't totally remember at all? Even if you're not a milk drinker, I presume that you get your dose of dairy from other products like cheese, yoghurt, and everybody's favorite- ice cream. Yum!!!

     Did you know that dairy is an important part of a healthy diet? Yes, go and get your child's science book and turn to the page of food groups. You'll see that dairy products are on the third layer and an individual must consume at least 3 servings a day because dairy is your great source of protein plus essential nutrients. Dairy is loaded with nutrients and has a delicious taste that the whole family will surely love. Sharing below some of the nutritious benefits of dairy and my milky sopas recipe after the jump!

Feature: Real California Milk + Milky Sopas Recipe
Real California Milk Dairy Products- California cheeses, California Sunshine Homogenized Milk, and Coolhaus Ice Cream

3 Natural Sources of Pain Relief

     Pain relief is a tricky subject, especially within the context of the current opioid epidemic, which is ravaging communities across the US. When we experience even minor pain, something which is a common part of everyday life, we are all too quick to reach for a Tylenol or ibuprofen tablet. We have been conditioned to see pills as an easy fix for many of life's problems.

     While powerful pharmaceutical pain relief, including opioids, is sometimes appropriate, most of us could manage just as well with natural alternatives to common painkillers. Whether it's for personal philosophical reasons, or a simple desire to experiment with alternatives, the following natural products have been shown to provide help in pain relief for many people.

3 Natural Sources of Pain Relief
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Product Review: Relumins Glutathione 1000 mg

     Hello dearies! I've been receiving questions about the best glutathione brands that I've tried to date. Among the brands that I've reviewed, I always recommend three to four brands based on their price, ingredients, and effects on my skin. These brands are tried and tested and many swears by their effects too. 

      Today, I'll be sharing another promising brand that I will include on my recommendation list. If you're NOT allergic to ALA (alpha lipoic acid) then rejoice now because of Relumins Glutathione 1000 mg or Relumins Gluta-1000 has the highest ALA content among the brand that I've tried. Alpha Lipoic Acid is one of the best glutathione boosters because it gives a beautiful glow and according to Livestrong, it is 400 times stronger than vitamin C and E. Check out my thoughts on this Relumins Glutathione variant below.

Product Review: Relumins Glutathione 1000 mg

Is Mildronate the fastest way to recover from an injury?

     Mildronate is an effective anti-ischemic drug that is widely used to relieve heart ischemia and its symptoms. Mildronate helps in strokes treatment, abstinence treatment, and physical recovery. However, it is important to understand whether this option is the fastest way to recover from an injury or not.

     Mildronate helps patients in being active and reduces dizziness, nausea, and motor dysfunction. It improves the mood of patients significantly and prevents mood swings. It helps in treating green circulation disorders and improves the ability of a person to get back in shape.

Is Mildronate the fastest way to recover from an injury?

Now, let's compare Mildronate with other alternatives available for physical recovery.

1. Exercise

     Exercising is good, but you should know that since you have an injury, it will not be easy for you to push yourself and get the benefits you could have enjoyed if you are not suffering from an injury. Mild exercises can help you recover, but the recovery will be extremely slow. So, you can consider this alternative to help you in the long run but the process will be slow, and you'll have to bear with other problems that might be faced in the process.

2. Meditation

     It is often said that meditation can help in physical recovery because it diverts our attention and helps us recover at a fast pace. However, it needs focus and dedication, and if you do not find the necessary focus and attention while meditating, there will be nothing gained out of it. You might soon consider it to be a burden and the results will not be seen as expected by you.

     In this case, it is also important to have faith in the healing process, and if you lose faith at any point while meditating, you’ll not be happy with the results.

3. Ayurvedic medicines

     Ayurvedic medicines have helped people recover in time, and it ensures that you’ll not suffer during the healing process. However, this again as a slow process and it takes its own time to show results.

     With Ayurvedic medicines, if you are expecting quick results, you’ll be the one who will be disappointed because it is a slow and steady process of healing. You cannot expect quick results with ayurvedic medicines. This is a fact, and if you are in a field where physical work is involved, ayurvedic medicines might not be the best bet for you.

     Concluding, you have to decide to choose and give yourself an opportunity to recover. So, think about it and make the decision accordingly.

Top Plastic Surgery Blogs You Can Trust

     These blogs will keep you up to date on the latest aesthetic trends and medical advances in the world of plastic surgery.

     Searching online about plastic surgery procedures can be time-consuming, and often brings up misleading or non-qualified sources of information. We hand-picked ten of the most reliable cosmetic surgery blogs, all written in plain English by certified plastic surgeons.

Top Plastic Surgery Blogs You Can Trust
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Tips To Get Rid Of Fat

     If you are struggling with belly fight, this is an article you might be interested in. It includes some effective tips and advice on how you can start the fight against fat and come out on top. And if you implement these tips and advice, you should see a significant difference quicker than you think. 

Tips To Get Rid Of Fat

Feature: Friso Four Lock Nutri Workshop

     I was invited to an afternoon of wholesome fun at the Wholesome Table in BGC last February 15, 2018, for Friso Four Nutri Lock Workshop. Does anyone of you know Friso Four? Friso is a brand from FrieslandCampina, a company that provides millions of consumers, in over 100 countries, with nutrient-rich food products. 100% packed and produced in the Netherlands, Friso is present in over 25 countries.

     Friso Four is a brand of milk, not just an ordinary milk because there is something unique on how it was processed and produced. The event aimed to help us discover the importance of providing natural nutrition for our kids and know more about the brand. Sharing the highlights of the event and the workshop below :)

Feature: Friso Four Lock Nutri Workshop